Software Engineering Manager

Pollard Digital Solutions; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 192,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Pollard Digital Solutions is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a talented team and shape the future of their iLottery Catalyst platform. This role combines technical leadership with team development to deliver high-quality solutions quickly and confidently across teams. Ideal candidates will possess hands-on expertise and a strong focus on driving team outcomes while navigating complex technical landscapes.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Profit sharing program

Company pension

Health & Extended Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Remote Work Environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a technical lead or manager.
• 4+ years of experience developing scalable applications.
• Proficiency in Enterprise Java and at least one additional programming language.

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor a high-performing team of software engineers.
• Own service reliability and scale across the platform.
• Collaborate on defining the technical strategy and best practices.

Skills

Team Leadership

Technical Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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We’re looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join our team within Canada in either the Eastern or Central Time Zones.

As a Software Engineering Manager, you'll play a hands-on role in building the foundation of our iLottery Catalyst platform. You’ll drive impact by providing engineers with the direction, support, and coaching they need to deliver high-quality solutions quickly and confidently. Leading the Shared Services team, you’ll drive the development of the core services that power our products - enabling speed, consistency, and reliability across the platform.

This role blends technical leadership with team development. You’ll work alongside engineers, shaping architecture, guiding execution, and removing obstacles so the team can move fast and ship with confidence. From strategy to delivery, you’ll ensure our shared capabilities scale to meet the evolving needs of product and engineering teams around the world.

Who We Are

Experience the forefront of innovation with Pollard Digital Solutions a division of Pollard Banknote, where we lead the charge in revolutionizing digital solutions for state lotteries. From groundbreaking initiatives like iLottery to crafting immersive player experiences that champion noble causes globally, our team's innovative spirit is driving impactful changes in the industry. Join us in this exhilarating journey, where every contribution makes a difference in shaping the future of lottery gaming.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Profit sharing program – every role plays a part in our success!
• Company pension
• Health & Extended Benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Remote Work Environment
  
  

What You'll Do

• Lead and Develop Talent: Build and mentor a high-performing team of software engineers. Provide regular feedback, support career growth, and create an environment where engineers do their best work.
• Drive the Strategy for Shared Services: Own and execute the roadmap for Shared Services, aligning with product and platform leaders to enable Catalyst’s broader goals.
• Own Service Reliability and Scale: Ensure our core services are scalable, resilient, and easy to integrate. Champion automation and self-service to empower stream-aligned teams.
• Shape Technical Direction: Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to define technical strategy, enforce architectural best practices, and align with long-term platform vision.
• Optimize the Way We Work: Foster agile, metrics-informed development. Continuously improve team operations by facilitating effective ceremonies and streamlining delivery practices.
• Partner Across the Platform: Work closely with product, engineering, and infrastructure leaders to ensure shared services integrate cleanly and evolve alongside the broader Catalyst ecosystem.
  
  

Who You Are

• A technical leader who blends hands-on expertise with strong team leadership
• Someone who builds scalable services and simplifies complexity for others
• A coach who develops engineers through trust, clarity, and support
• A collaborator who moves fast, aligns cross-functionally, and drives outcomes
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of proven experience as a technical lead or manager, with a track record of building and leading high performing engineering teams in a cloud-native microservices environment.
• 4+ years of experience developing scalable, high-performance software applications or API platforms.
• Proficiency in Enterprise Java and at least one additional modern programming language (Go, Python, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of technical architecture, cloud computing (AWS preferred), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and automation tools.
• Proven track record guiding teams through complex architectural discussions and technology decisions.
• Experience designing, building, and maintaining REST APIs and microservices architectures.
• Demonstrated expertise in Agile, Lean, and Continuous Delivery principles, including established CI/CD pipelines.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
  
  

Pollard Banknote Limited is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory response from a Criminal Record Search.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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